LuLu expands Kuwait operations

Kuwait :Middle East retail major LuLu group has further expanded its presence in Kuwait by opening its sixth Hypermarket in Egaila in the Ahmadi Governorate, taking the total number of its stores to 123.   

The new Hypermarket was officially inaugurated by Dr. Abdullah S. Al Owaisi, Under Secretary, Ministry of Commerce and Industry in the presence of Shaikh Malek Al Hamoud Al Malek Al Sahab, Sunil Jain, Indian Ambassador to Kuwait and other several high-ranking officials from various government departments and representatives from local business communities. 

Located at Sama Mall in South Kuwait, the new 150,000-sq-ft LuLu hypermarket will serve the residents of Egaila and its surrounding areas with a one-stop shopping destination for the growing city dwellers. 

The product mix in LuLu Egaila includes a wide selection of premium UK and US goods, including special products air-flown for freshness. The outlet has also introduced inaugural offers and deals for a range of products at attractive prices.

Speaking after the inauguration, Yusuffali MA, Chairman of LuLu, said “Kuwait has always been a preferred destination for us because of its stable political environment and promising market. We thank His Highness the Amir Sabah Al Ahamad Al Jaber Al Sabah and the people of this country for encouraging us in all our expansion strategies and efforts in Kuwait”.  

The group has also plans to open four new hypermarkets in various regions of the country in the next two years in a phased manner.           

Regardless of the challenges arising from the volatile oil prices, Yussufali expressed optimism on the economic outlook of the country. 

“We’re very optimistic based on the circumstances in general. The impact of fluctuating oil prices is not going to distract us from the long-term goals of our business in Kuwait.”   

Lulu Group CEO Saifee Rupawala, Executive Director – Ashraf Ali MA, Kuwait Regional Director, Mohamed Haris and other top officials were present on the occasion.